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She and Christensen Ethan and Joshua Ward baked goodies all day to were raised in a bubble of A light went on in Molly accompany the lemonade protection from the world’s Christensen’s head when prepared by their children, cares, as is the case with she heard of a friend and who also crafted the signs, many children in the Viera/ their children raising money trotted cups and plates of Suntree area, said their for the tornado victims of refreshments to customers mother. Moore, Okla. She could do at no charge and asked for “My job is to protect the same with her children donations instead. them, but it’s time to make and those of a friend, “It made us very happy them aware and continue dr ho ad front cover_Layout 1 10/22/12 9:54 AM Page 1 Jamie Ward. that we could help out those to develop compassion in “Our children are to the people,” Mia Christensen them,” Ward said of her age where we are allowing said of the $300 scored charges, age 6 and 8. them to watch a bit of TV courtesy of her big smiling “We had some really news, and it upsets them eyes and Munchkin voice. rough weather recently so to see others suffer, Her siblings, Jackson, Kasen with twisters nearby, and it especially when children and Kai also raked in big really scared the children,” are involved,” Ward said. bucks. she added, “so this tragedy By LINDA WIGGINS
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Medal of Merit marks four years of hard work By Linda Wiggins
Once in a while a kid comes along who excels at everything he puts his head and hand to, and yet remains a humble, approachable, genuinely nice kid. Ryan Garwood is just such a guy. It makes one want to ask the parent in wide-eyed desperation, How’d you do that?! Viera High School senior Ryan Garwood was personally awarded the 2013 Congressional Medal of Merit last month from District 8 Congressman Bill Posey, with each student being recommended by his or her high school principal. “As much as I would like to take credit, I can assure you that Ryan is a self-made, self-motivated person of his own,” said Alice Garwood, Ryan’s mother. She and Ryan’s
father, Eric, both work full-time professional jobs and are also busy at home shuttling two children around their busy scholastic careers. Ryan’s sister, 10th grader Katie, is similarly accomplished. When VHS principal Jim Hickey was tasked with recommending a student for the award, there was no hesitation. “Ryan is just an amazing kid. Not only is he well rounded, accomplished in academics, athletics, music, civic involvement, but he’s well mannered, doesn’t draw attention to himself despite his attributes,” Hickey said. In fact, when asked to comment on the award, Ryan replied, “My parents and my teachers helped me accomplish my goals.” Garwood has an unweighted GPA of 3.9, which means the grade
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Ryan Garwood, second from the right, receives a Medal of Merit from District 8 Congressman Bill Posey.
civic achievements. Garwood is headed to the Florida State University Honor’s Program and plans to major in political science, then go on to
become an attorney, a plan that produces many law makers. “He doesn’t toot his own horn,” Hickey said “so I thought we should do it for him.”VV
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Scott, left front, and Jan Gunnell, to his top right, hosted a Derby Day party to introduce their many golfing best buddies to their new home. By linda wiggins
Want to know how to have a great life doing what you love, surrounded by great friends? Sit at the feet of the masters, Jan and Scott Gunnell of Suntree. The Gunnells became Columbus, Ohio snowbirds to their Merritt Island waterfront home in 2003 and moved down from the cold North full time in 2012. The weather and vistas were terrific, but life would get better. They decided to take up golf, joining the Suntree Country Club last year. They made fast friends. “I’m kind of shy, but it was pretty easy,” Jan Gunnell said. “I
first met two friends here who were helpful by introducing us around to all their friends. The people at the club were so friendly, they just brought us in, and then all of them introduced us to all of their friends.” Eventually, the drive was just too far to make every day, and Scott Gunnell began to look wistfully at all their friends driving to the clubhouse in their handy little golf carts. They decided to put their Merritt Island home on the market and look for one near their friends. They bought a home directly on the golf course in the Fairways
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Harmony Farms will now have a home of its own. The Viera Company has donated 5.5 acres in the nonprofit’s name to build a permanent barn and will provide the use of another 19 acres. The donation is a critical step in obtaining funding. Grantors hesitate to give grants to develop leased property, according to Harmony Farms founder and Executive Director Pam Rogan. Duda has provided the use of the red barn and land on Stadium Parkway to Harmony Farms for 14 years. “Our county has a definite need for alternative therapeutic and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities,” Rogan said. “This new center will help meet that need.”
Rogan cautioned that the operation still is in dire need of community support, including donations of time, services and equipment as well as financial help. The location will be off Wickham Road across from Heritage Isles on what is now a sod field. The ground breaking for the new facility will come this summer, which will allow Harmony Farms to expand its current programs, add new curricula and hopefully eliminate its long waiting list. Harmony Farms’ equineassisted programs are tailored to each individual’s needs, including veterans recovering from posttraumatic stress and physical injuries. For more information, call 321-631-9433 or go to harmonyfarmsinc.com. VV
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The annual Harmony Farms Buckaroo Ball will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 7 at the County Line Saloon on U.S. 192 at Interstate 95. It is a major source of funds for the charity. Tickets for the dressy Western-attire barbecue are $75 each. Harmony Farms is a nonprofit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for disabled individuals through interaction with horses. It is
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Law officers to youth: By Linda Wiggins
Law enforcement officers have been using surfboards rather than billy clubs to prevent rather than react to pill-popping youth. After more than a year, as they say in surf lingo, progress is “cranking.” “When we talk about prescription pill abuse we’re talking about a whole new monster,” Steve Furnez said. He and fellow Brevard County Sheriff ’s surfing
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Through the Points of Light program, Belk employees provided two hours of volunteer service to local schools on Thursday, May 16.
Quest Elementary School Art Club artists on May 16 painted a picnic table, bookcases and 20 murals to adorn the school. Belk provided all the materials and project tool kits to assemble, sand and paint the picnic table, paints for the canvas murals, and shelving, built by volunteers. The project is designed to set the tone for academic success and student achievement. “My Art Club artists have been so excited about this event that they showed up at my door two days early to get started,” said Karen Monahan, school art teacher. Belk has dedicated 125 days of community service to mark its 125th anniversary this year. (Photos of the ribbon-cutting party see page 29) VIERA VOICE Jill Gaines For more information, call Belk Tyler Watts, Natasha Bagby, Liz McKee, Nicole Rowles, Paige Basich, Viera at 321-636-1033. VV Karen Monahan and Matthew Bowen, kneeling, provided talent.
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June 8 marks 50 years since St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community associate pastor Rev. “Father Donald” Mainardi was ordained into the priesthood. The mood in Washington, D.C. where the ceremony took place was an interesting one. The Civil Rights movement was in full swing. The Vietnam War intensified under the Kennedy and Johnson administrations. JKF made the hard choice and not the easy choice to land astronauts on the moon, and accomplished it less than 10 years later, but not before his assassination. Mainardi took his vow at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the largest parish in the United States, on the Catholic University of America campus where he went to school. “It has been a privilege to serve in the fullness of the priesthood,” said Mainardi, who will be honored at the 4:30 p.m. mass Saturday, June 1 by Bishop John Noonan, who oversees the nine-county Orlando Diocese, including churches, schools and charitable outreach. A special dinner will follow. Mainardi, who came to the St. John parish a decade ago to help out with mass on weekends, will preside over the 11 a.m. Sunday service, followed by a special luncheon at the Indian River Colony Club. IRCC and surrounding Viera, Suntree and south Rockledge communities welcomed Mainardi when the congregation first met at the Government Center in Viera, he said. “I chose to serve here because the
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The Rev. “Father Donald” Mainardi celebrates 50 years in the clergy, the past decade at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community.
people were so warm, welcoming and had a special quality to them,” said Mainardi, who retired as pastor of his own parish with medical problems and convalesced as a member at St. John. When he was strong enough to once again preside over mass, he was offered the welcome opportunity to do so here. Mainardi’s love for members is mutual, according to St. John pastor “Father Brad” Beaupré. “People love to come to his mass because of his preaching,” said Beaupré, who arrived at St. John about five years ago and said he has relied heavily on Mainardi’s assistance. “He’s been a tremendous help whenever we need him, a gentle, gentle man.” VV
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Program at the King Center, and Hawkins-Smith, a very large cast is needed, so no student is discouraged from participating. A diverse ethnic group is needed to fulfill the cast requirements. Students who live a long distance from the King Center may take the Space Coast Area Transit bus directly to the King Center. Also, carpooling is an option since many students may be coming from the same area of town. Acting in the play will be a prestigious addition to a student’s resume. Also, young people will gain many friendships and learn teamwork as they work together on stage. “It is a training ground for students who wish to pursue a career in performance,” Wilson said. Life-building skills go hand in hand with participating in such a large show as they work together and learn to give and take. Hawkins-Smith has been in show business since she was 6 years old. She has been executive director and
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Faculty softball event draws largest crowd
Brevard Stealers 99 wins the 14U Championship at NSA Flowers for Mom Tournament in Merritt Island
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Mary Noonan, Jada Watkins, Amanda Fentress, Lina Shaver, Angela Cataldo, Carly Kish, Dionna Casteel and Allie McCaskey, Emma Andrews, and Stephanie Vetrano Not Pictured: Brianna Barrios and Coach Danny Barrios Manager Steve Kish and Coach Shayne Watkins
More than 3,000 fans were on hand to cheer on Manatee Elementary, which defeated Golfview Elementary 21-3 in the 10th annual Faculty Softball Game. By Carl Kotala
Her son was a standout pitcher on the Rockledge High baseball team this past season, but this time around, it was Kelly Coffin who was signing the autographs. “No, never,” the Manatee Elementary School fifth-grade teacher laughed when asked if she ever thought she’d be the one getting such a request. “… My one moment of glory.” Manatee’s faculty and students had plenty to be happy about after defeating Golfview Elementary 21-3 in the championship game of the 10th annual Faculty Softball Game at Space Coast Stadium. Earlier in the night, Quest defeated Ralph Williams Elementary 12-7. It was the first time the game was not held on the final day of school, but nevertheless it drew a crowd of roughly 3,300 fans. Former NFL quarterback Doug Flutie was even on hand to throw out the first pitch.
“We had the most walk-up sales we’ve ever had,” said Manatee pitcher and event organizer Todd Zgonc. “It was the biggest crowd we’ve ever had for both games. … The fans were loud. It was amazing.” Manatee has now won seven straight. Coffin, who like Zgonc has played all 10 years, said the night was, “a blast. It’s so much fun. It’s great to see the kids come out, all the families.” That included her own son, Patrick Coffin, who led Rockledge to a district championship this past season. So how much grief does mom get from son? “Oh, a lot,” she laughed. “Last year, I went 0-for-3 and he never let me live it down. But he worked with me all season.” Mom had a couple of hits this time, so all that work must have paid off. In fact, it seemed like everyone involved had a good time. “It was a phenomenal night,” Zgonc said. “Great crowd … everybody’s happy.” VV
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VIERA HIGH BASEBALL It was a historic season for the Hawks (20-8), who won their first-ever district championship and advanced to the Class 7A regional semifinals before losing 3-2 to Oviedo in eight innings … Pitcher David McKay had a shutout through five innings and struck out nine in an outstanding performance … Viera defeated Lake Howell 2-1 in eight innings in the quarterfinal round on a game-winning hit by McKay, who also pitched in relief of starter Grant Willcoxon. HOLY TRINITY SOFTBALL The Tigers’ trip to the Class 3A postseason was shortlived as they lost 15-0 to Montverde Academy in the regional quarterfinals. Montverde would go on to reach the state’s Final Four … With a host of young players like eighth-grader Talia Douglas and sophomores Paige Golson and Alyssa Nelson, the Tigers showed just what kind of potential they have down the road as those players get older and stronger. The future for Holy Trinity softball is bright. VIERA HIGH SOFTBALL A season that started off so well did not end that way for the Hawks, who were upset by University in the district championship game and lost 9-1 to Lake Howell in the Class 7A playoff opener … Viera still had a strong season, finishing 21-6 overall … Senior pitcher Ana Breeden was 12-4 on the year … With so much talent returning, the Hawks figure to be back in the thick of the playoffs next season.
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Barbara Wong, from left, program director and team captain for the Viera Vipers; Sarina Sanjay, Aidan Blackstock, Levin Jomon, Winsome Sharpe, program volunteer, Grant Haun, Kaeleigh DeMatteo and Gage Guettler placed second in a recent tennis tournament. By Barbara Wong
A team of four boys and two girls from Viera Regional Park participated in the first USTA 10 and Under Region 4 USTA challenge tennis tournament in Port Orange. This was the first state competition for this team that finished second place. All the children started playing tennis from ages 6 to 8 in the basic QuickStart program, which has been running at the park since 2009. Members of the team coached by PTR certified instructor John Menton were selected from the STOV tennis program called “Beyond QuickStart.” This program began in February 2012 with 16 children ages 9 to 11 years, coming out of the basic QuickStart program. The Beyond QuickStart program
accepts children ages 9 to 11, who have been through the basic QuickStart program and have expressed a desire and commitment to play tennis through middle and high school. Parents also must be committed to the program. Children who have not participated in the QuickStart program may also be accepted upon demonstration of the minimum skill requirement and commitment to the program objective. All tennis courts at the Viera Park are permanently marked with the required USTA and ITF blended lines for teaching children ages 10 and under. One-hour classes are held twice a week. For more information, contact Barbara Wong, STOV Tennis, at 321-6310419 or John Menton at 321-266-6150. VV
VIERA HIGH TRACK & FIELD The Hawks sent two athletes to the Class 4A state meet. Senior Vianca Alfonso made it in the shot put, while Victoria Wayne qualified in the high jump … Wayne, a freshman, brought home a medal when she finished eighth … Alfonso finished 11th … Wayne won the district title and finished second in her Class 4A regional meet, while Alfonso took third place … Greg Nelson won the district triple jump title for Viera. VV
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1. Tristan Katenberg (Cross Country) George Mason University 2. Johnny Gomez (Men’s Volleyball) Belmont Abbey College 3. Kaleigh Leeney (Soccer)-Palm Beach Atlantic University 4. Will Gibson (Basketball)-Brevard Community College 5. Izzy Carmona (Volleyball) Florida State University 6. Savannah Hicks (Volleyball)-Florida Atlantic University 7. Cole Oliver (Cross Country) University of Kentucky 8. Mackenzie Dummer (Cross Country) University of Louisville 9. Brianna Wahy (Cross Country/Track) Mercer University 10. Alex Brown (Cross Country) Columbia University 11. Ryan Allison (Golf) Colgate University 12. Marques Burgman (Track) University of Florida VV
donated her hair to Locks of Love. Nutting will major in environmental science at Eckerd. “I am looking forward to the small campus, getting to know everyone and the low teacher/ student ratio,” Nutting said. “With hard work and dedication, anything is possible.” VV
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It didn’t strike Marquis Burgman that he had been so prophetic until days after the Holy Trinity boys track and field team had won its second consecutive Class 1A championship. “I was very excited for everyone,” Burgman said. “I told all my friends at the beginning of the year, you come out and work hard and we’ll be state champions again. I wanted all of them to get a ring.” Thanks to the performances of Burgman, Alex Brown, Cole Oliver, Tristan Kattenberg, Michael Cacciatore, Dan Welch and a host of others, the Holy Trinity boys easily captured their second state title. Burgman won the state championship in the 110 high hurdles, while Brown and Oliver finished 1-2 in the 1,600 meters. Kattenberg was second in the 3,200 while Brown was third and Cacciatore finished eighth. Welch was second in the 800 and he, Cacciatore, Brown and Oliver teamed to win the 4x800 relay. Additionally, Corey Smith was third in the pole vault, James Lovett was fourth in the 100 dash and J’V’on Butler was fourth in the high jump. “We were really well-rounded this year,” Holy Trinity coach Doug Butler said. Holy Trinity’s girls finished second in the state despite missing one of its stars — Daryth Gayles, who sustained a hamstring injury at districts. Her sister, Gaby, won the 400 meter dash and McKenzie Kilborne won the high jump despite the re-occurrence of a back injury. In fact, after Kilborne had cleared 5-4 on her second attempt and her closest competitor needed three tries to clear that height, Butler held his sophomore out of her final two jumps … which she thought was going to cost her the title. “I thought I had just lost,” Kilborne said. “When the official came up to me and told I had won, I was in shock. I thought I was (on the TV show) Punk’d or something. I thought he was joking.” Kilborne also teamed with Natalie Walcott, Alisha Pound and Gaby Gayles to win the 4x100 relay. Julie Wollrath was second in the 1,600 and 3,200 meters. With only one senior, Mackenzie Dummer, on the state qualifying team, the Holy Trinity girls figure to be top contenders for the next year’s title. Gaby and Daryth Gayles, meanwhile, will get the chance to run for Team USA at an international junior competition in Puerto Rico this month. “It’s really exciting,” Gaby Gayles said. VV
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Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy’s boys track team won the Class 1A state championship, while the girls finished second. Pictured here are, from left, Corey Smith, James Lovett, J’V’on Butler, Cole Oliver, Dan Welch, Marquis Burgman, Daryth Gayles, McKenzie Kilborne, Gaby Gayles and Alisha Pound.
Kaylee Nutting started playing softball in the fifth grade. Her mother, Angela Brown said, “She played volleyball for one season in the eighth grade, but didn’t have the passion for it like she does for softball.” That passion has been with her throughout her school career and despite little activity playing for the Viera Hawks, she has played travel ball for Orlando’s Sting for two years. “She is the Hawks’ best kept secret,” Brown said. “They have kept her on the bench the whole season but that isn’t stopping her.” Three days a week, Nutting and her mother have made the two-hour trip to Orlando where her coaches pushed her to aim for the top. She not only excelled on the ball field, but academically, too. “Kaylee applied to FAU, Auburn University, St. Leo and Stetson,” Brown said. “She was accepted to the honors college at all of them and was offered scholarships for all, too. She was offered a full ride for tuition at Auburn and FAU.” Nutting chose Eckerd College. She attended a softball camp at Eckerd during the summer of 2012. She was invited back to meet the Triton team and try out for a position six weeks later and was consequently offered a position for the 2013-2014 season. The student-athlete can throw a softball at 59 mph from short stop to first base. In addition to shining as an athlete, Nutting volunteered at Brevard Zoo as an aquarium assistant in the Paws On area, but her volunteerism did not stop there. She has volunteered at Wuesthoff Hospital and has
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Tigers using spring practice for ‘massive learning curve’
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Viera High School players work on a field goal attempt during spring practice. With only seven seniors, the Hawks will be very young next season. edit By Carl Kotala
The Viera High football team will definitely have a new look to it come the fall … which is why this spring was so important to coach Kevin Mays and the Hawks. With only seven seniors, and seven starters (three on offense, four on defense) expected back next season, Viera will field a young team. In fact, Mays said it would not
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County power Merritt Island before opening the season the following week at home against Rockledge. Among the players to watch for the Hawks will be quarterback Cody Dentmon, who will be entering his senior season. “He’s come into spring with a confidence about himself because he understands the offense and what’s going on. You can see a difference in him.” Other key players for the Hawks this spring include Caleb McDaniel at defensive back, Devin and Tre Nixon at wide receiver and running back, Marquis McClain at wide receiver and Jordan Stengel at linebacker. Viera went 1-9 overall last season with that one victory marking its first-ever win in district play. Mays and his staff had 60 players come out for spring football, giving the coaches plenty of young talent to try to mold into a future contender, which Viera players seem determined to become. “We’re going to be young,” Mays said. “But we’ve got some guys hungry to get out there and get things started, get things changed around into the right direction.” VV
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Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy football coach Mark Ainsley (blue shirt) reacts following a play during last month’s spring practice. By Carl Kotala
Watching his players run around during spring practice, it’s easy to see why Holy Trinity football coach Mark Ainsley is amped up about the potential of next year’s football team. “We’re going to be pretty good,” the Tigers coach said. “We had a really good offseason in the weight room, saw a lot of gains. I think this will be one of the fastest teams we’ve had.” Returning quarterback Dan Welch, who will be a junior next season, is a big reason for that optimism. Welch shared time with departing senior Johnny Gomez last season, but when Gomez went down with a broken collarbone, Welch stepped in and led the Tigers in some of their biggest games of 0the season. Other key returners include linemen Dylan Ryland and Garrett Heinlen, along with J’V’on Butler at defensive end. While there is plenty of room for optimism, the
Tigers must overcome the task of replacing 13 of 27 varsity players — including the entire receiving corps — from last season’s team which went 7-3 overall. Ainsley said his players are going through a “massive learning curve” this spring as he tries to indoctrinate new players — those who transferred in during Christmas break, or those who played junior varsity last season — into his system. The Tigers were set to play their spring game on May 31 against John Carroll at Holy Trinity. “We’re coming along and things are looking better,” Ainsley said. “It’s just a matter of how long will it take us to gel. “We’ll still look rusty in the spring game, but that’s OK. That’s what it’s for, to get some of that (rust) off. I’m pretty excited.” Holy Trinity will play the Kickoff Classic Aug. 23 at Warner Christian before opening the season Aug. 30 at Father Lopez. VV
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to determine which vaccines are recommended for your pet. An exhaustive list of all the possible vaccine scenarios is beyond the scope of this article (and would be boring. So instead, I’ll outline the most common vaccines administered to adult pe The American Animal Hospital Association and the American Association of Feline Practitioners break vaccines into two categories: core (important for all pets) and non-core (given based on certain risk factors). This is a helpful way to organize th array of vaccines out there. Core vaccines for dogs are rabies virus, canine distemper virus, canine adenovir type 2, and canine parvovirus type 2. The last three are often combined in a single injection referred to as a “distemper” for short. These are typically boostered one after the initial series, then every three years after that, depending on the product used, local laws, and local prevalence of these viruses. The core vaccines for cats are rabies virus, panleukopenia virus, feline herpes virus type 1, and feline calicivirus. As with the dog, the last three are frequently combined into a single injection referred to as “feline distemper”. These are boostered at one year after the initial series then every one or three years a A one-year rabies vaccine is used for cats more frequently than for dogs. The non-core vaccines in dogs include Bordetella and parainfluenza, two common and contagious upper respiratory infections. These are usually recommended for puppies then boostered yearly, sometimes more frequent based on risk of exposure (frequency of boarding, grooming, going to dog pa socializing with friends’ dogs, or any other situation where groups of dogs g together). Lyme disease and leptospirosis are administered if a dog will be an area or has a lifestyle where there’s a risk of encountering these disea The most common non-core vaccine for cats is feline leukemia virus This is usually recommended for kittens becaus they are most susceptible to the illness is then boostered annually depending risk of exposure which typically depen on time spent outdoors or exposed to outdoor or indoor/outdoor cats. Hopefully this overview will help yo better understand the purpose for the routine vaccinations you encounter at your pets next wellness visit. Remember, specific vaccine recommendations can va depending on your pet’s circumstances a well as your veterinarian’s experience, s be sure to ask your vet which vaccines a needed to keep your pet healthy and ha VV
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The Hawk Cart is a senior project that teaches students about business practices. Pictured here, from left, are Sean McKeel, Carly Cockman, Ryan Kelliher, Abby Comando, Anthony Turnoff, Cody Roth, William Sattler and Annika Oudejans. By CARL KOTALA
They may be gearing up for summer vacation, but for the members of Viera High’s Business and Finance Academy who will make up next year’s senior class, it’s also time to take stock of the business they will be soon be running. The Hawk Cart is a mobile kiosk that sells items such as pennants, T-shirts and backpacks with the Viera Hawks logo on them. It has
been in business since Feb. 14, 2011. Managing it has become the senior class project. “Just recently, we’ve been taking inventory on what we have, how much we need to sell to make a profit and making sure the prices are reasonable,” said Abby Comando, who will likely serve as the Chief Sales Officer (CSO). Teacher Sandy Spence, aka the company CEO, plans to have a number of
students fill a variety of management roles within the group, which will sell items at sporting events, during registration and, of course, during graduation. Proceeds from the cart go to help fund activities for the senior class. Since its inception, the cart has raised roughly $4,000. Students not only get to help price items, but they also pick out which items to sell, in what colors, and even which vendors to use.
charge for bottled water at graduation. They settled on $1. “You’re not going to sell a water bottle for $3, because that’s like Disneyland prices,” Comando said. As Spence pointed out, the goal of the cart is not to charge exorbitant prices, but to run a fair business. The biggest seller to date has been the backpack that sells for $5. VV
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Zoo internship seen as privilege, not challenge By CARL KOTALA
Ask Sean McKeel what he expects to be the biggest Holy Trinity Upper School is working on security drills with the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office West Precinct challenge about his summer in Viera as a result of the tragic shootings in Newtown, Conn. From left are HTEA security officer James internship at the Brevard Zoo, Slattery and BCSO Lt. Tom Young. and the Viera High School junior can only smile. By George White explained that the sheriff’s Official information would After all, it’s not like McKeel office provides security for all be released through one isn’t familiar with the place. public schools in the precinct: channel, “so that it’s one The tragic school shooting He’s been volunteering there six elementary, one high voice coming out,’’ he said. in Newtown, Conn. has since the summer between the school and a small school at Holy Trinity “sets the prompted Holy Trinity eighth and ninth grade. Devereux. example we’d like to see Episcopal Academy to “I have such a good time Since the Newtown with their cooperation and serve as a model for safety working there,” he said. “I tragedy, “We’ve added a coordination,” Young said. procedures being tested by enjoy it so much that I don’t lot more visual presence Getting organized before the Brevard County Sheriff’s see anything as much of a and more perception. We there is a crisis is the difficult challenge as it is a privilege. Office. would hope it would make part. Former Melbourne police I see it as a privilege to deal (students, staff and parents) “Right now it’s a officer James Slattery, who with an issue as a learning continuing thing. We’re had been interning as school feel safer, but it’s there as experience more than a a perception that if we had looking to do a table-top dean, has been contracted challenge.” somebody who wanted to exercise and bringing in to enhance security at the McKeel is one of four Viera do something and harm the the fire department and all school starting with an High students who will work school, hopefully our patrol the entities, to see if there assessment. 150 hours as a paid intern car and our deputy sitting are any shortfalls we’re not “The site assessment went at the zoo this summer. He there would change his seeing,’’ Slattery said. really well. We’ve been will be the intern to the head mind,’’ Young said. Using a private school for working closely with the of the teen volunteer group. Slattery wants the school’s the testing with a different (Brevard County) Sheriff’s Cody Roth will work in the gift response to be the Incident “Code Red” active shooter Department. One of the shop and William Sattler and Command System format. In during campus drills is things we noticed was the John Houlihan will work in the event of a problem, staff better because of less red gate in front of the school attraction services, specifically and law enforcement would tape, Young said. that stayed open. It’s now the Treetop Trek. “We’re doing all of our shut during school hours,’’ he be on the same page because There will be 35 Viera of the “defined command test theories on this school,’’ students doing internships said. Young said. VV West Precinct administrator structure” also involving this summer. fire safety and public Lt. Tom Young, based in the McKeel’s interest in the zoo information. government center in Viera, VIERA VOICE George White
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was sparked by his previous experience volunteering there. “I’m pretty much going to be in an educational type of environment,” he said. “I’m going to be interacting with the guests and speaking to people about the animals and presenting the animals.” There are several things McKeel hopes to get out of his internship, including a possible part-time job when it’s over. Mostly, he is looking forward to working closely with someone in management. “I’m hoping to get even more experience out of working at the zoo — professional experience — working with someone who is in a higher position and learning how they manage, how they have that kind of manager position and what it’s like, so it can prepare me for my future,” he said. “Because that’s really what I want to do when I grow up.” McKeel has his sights set on starting his own company one day. “I want to be a marketing major, and I want to open up a business that has to do with the environment in a thirdworld country,” he said. VV
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Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy Class of 2013 Graduation The Scott Center Saturday, May 18, 2013 photos by Darrell Woehler Savannah Hicks and Chris Suchoski Allen Britten
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In honor of this special day, many Brevard Zoo Teens along with other teens from across the nation, entered the World Oceans Day video contest. Anja Conklin and Makayla Burnet’s video, “This is Our Ocean,” was selected as one of the seven finalist videos. The winner of this contest will win $100 and a GoPro. The winning video will be decided on by the public’s votes. If you would like to view the video and vote please go to oneworldoneocean.com/get-involved/wod-vc-voting and vote for the Brevard Zoo teens! Join Brevard Zoo in celebrating this day. Come learn about the ocean and our Indian River Lagoon in Paws On where there will be crafts, activities and more. For more information about World Oceans Day, call 321-254-9453.
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10:30 & 12:30 seatings $21.95 Adults $10.95 Children Duran Golf Club 7032 Stadium Parkway Tradewinds Restaurant 321-504-7776
Conservation Chats
Central Brevard Art Association Summer Program June 10 - 21 $90 103 Barton Blvd. 321-636-3540
Bootcamp - Adults 8 - 9:30 a.m.
Jazzercise
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Pickleball - Adults
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10 a.m. - 2 p.m. $14.99 Duran Golf Club 321-504-7776
Manatees Baseball
5:05 p.m. Space Coast Stadium Daily Promotion Willy Wonka and the Golden Ticket night
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11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Members and First Time Guests $25, All Others $35 Eau Gallie Yacht Club 100 Datura Dr., Indian Harbour Beach
Military Officers Diamondback Terrapins— Association Meeting Local Conservation and Outreach Efforts 6 - 8 p.m. Brevard Zoo
8 - 9 a.m. Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd., PAFB 321-784-8934
Every Tuesday in June and July at 1 p.m. The zoo will drop giant ice cubes into the water play area of Paws. Brevard Zoo 321-254-9453
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12 p.m. The Tides 101 N. A1A, PAFB 321-453-2947
“Nancy Drew...Reporter” 1:30 pm $3 includes movie, drink and popcorn The Avenue Viera
Zumba (Adults)
Conservation Chats
Military Officers Luncheon
Carmike Cinema Classics
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Military Officers Association Meeting
8 - 9 a.m. IRCC Colony Hall 1936 Freedom Dr., Viera 321-784-8934
SC Symphony Orchestra Brahm’s Horn Trio/ Tekalli Duo
7 - 8 p.m. Every Tuesday Viera Rec. Center 321-433-4891
The Importance of Wildlife Corridors 6 - 8 p.m. Brevard Zoo
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10:30 a.m. Space Coast Stadium
1:30 p.m. $3 includes movie, drink and popcorn. Carmike The Avenue Viera
8 - 9 a.m. Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd., PAFB 321-784-8934
Florida State League Manatee Insanity Brevard County Manatees Brevard County Manatees vs. Dunedin Blue Jays vs Dunedin Blue Jays 6 - 8 p.m. For $12, fans can sit on the berm and enjoy all-youcan-eat hamburgers, hot dogs, potato chips and ice cream sandwiches!
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Arctic Blast
(14 years and older) Every Monday 6 - 7 p.m. Every Monday Viera Rec. Center 321-433-4891
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Free admission for Fathers
Mimosa Brunch
Military Officers Association Meeting
Women’s Prosperity Network Luncheon
Four (40 Player) scramble Suntree Country Club 8:30 a.m. Janice Kershaw 321-633-1000 x756
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Monofilament Recovery and Recycling Program Every Tuesday in June 6 - 8 p.m. and July at 1 p.m. The Zoo will drop giant ice Brevard Zoo cubes into the water play area of Paws. Brevard Zoo 321-254-9453
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Brevard Schools 17th Annual Golf Invitational Weekend
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Presentation on Identity 7 - 12 yrs., through Aug. 2 Times vary through July 31 Theft by Darcy Otranto
3 - 4:30 p.m. Viera Rec. Center 321-433-4891
FATHERS DAY
Guided Sea Turtle Walk
Arctic Blast
Every Tuesday in June and July at 1 p.m. The Zoo will drop giant ice cubes into the water play area of Paws. Brevard Zoo 321-254-9453
July 5—Special Event Viera’s 19th Annual Great American Celebration Gates open 5:30 p.m. game 6:35 p.m. Space Coast Stadium
11 a.m. Courtenay Springs Village 321-452-1233
Carmike Cinema Classics Military Officers “Speak Easily” Association Meeting
Conservation Chats
Research and Conservation of African Carnivores 6 - 8 p.m. Brevard Zoo
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22nd annual Freedom Fund Banquet Central Brevard County Branch of NAACP 6:30 p.m. Holiday Inn Viera 321-432-1036
2013 Buckaroo Ball 6 - 10 p.m. $75 County Line Saloon 321-209-0648
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FLAG DAY
Karaoke
6 p.m. Duran Golf Club 321-504-7776
“Epic” 10 a.m. Carmike, The Avenue Viera
“Rescue Me” Community Adoption Event 10 a.m - 4 p.m Viera Regional Park Karla.Torpy@ BrevardCounty.us
Summer Saturday Nights at Brevard Zoo 5 - 9 p.m. $6
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Art Gallery of Viera Elements III 6-9 p.m. The Avenue Viera
Space Coast Jazz Orchestra “Big Band Blues Buffet” 7 p.m. $20, under 18 free Holy Trinity 1-855-252-7276
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Friday Fest Family Street Party
Eau Gallie Farmer’s Market
6 - 10 p.m. Historic Downtown Melbourne
Produce, merchants and music 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Corner of Highland Ave. & Eau Gallie Blvd.
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6 p.m. Duran Golf Club 321-504-7776
Classic Albums Live “Stevie Ray VaughanTexas Floods”
Summer Saturday Nights at Brevard Zoo 5 - 9 p.m. $6
Space Coast Symphony Brass/Wind Ensemble
June Moon Ball
“The American Dream: A Patriotic Concert” 7 p.m.- Free Holy Trinity 1-855-252-7276
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8 p.m. The King Center 321-242-2219
Swingtime Jazz Band Dance 7 - 10 p.m. Melbourne Auditorium 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd. 321-724-0555
Sunset Celebration Buffet Big Hole Golf Event 6 p.m. Duran Golf Club 321-504-7776
Duran Golf Club 321-504-7776
Suntree Amateur Grill Off and Bluegrass Festival 12 - 8 p.m. Spyglass Park Suntree
Summer Saturday Nights at Brevard Zoo 5 - 9 p.m. $6
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VE 9-Holers provide pizza party for Pro Shop staff The Ladies 9-Hole League of Viera East golfers on April 22 provided a pizza luncheon for Viera East Golf Club Pro Shop staffers. The gesture of appreciation reflected a successful 2012-13 season. Coordinating the luncheon included Sue Buttner, president, Shirley Ferris, vice president and Nancy Razzini, secretary. The group also presented a floral arrangement to the Milligan’s Grill staff. Lady golfers interested in joining the league may call Carol Conway at 21-507-4068 or Mary Ann Schon 321-242-7088. VV
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Explore the strangely familiar Original artwork by Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy students Isabela Rovira, Class of 2014 and Dolan Bortner, class of 2013 has been selected for the Dali Museum Student Surrealist Art Exhibit, State of Florida 2013. The students’ pieces will be a part of the 100 works from more than 300 entries to be in the show. The state exhibit dates will be from June 7 to Aug. 18. There will also be a student reception and awards ceremony on Saturday, June 29. For this year’s exhibit, the students were invited to explore the “Strangely Familiar” by using surrealist techniques to create art with unusual settings, unrelated images that are unexpected, and transforming images into different functions. Rovira’s selected work is titled, “Hold Me Close Deerie.” “Contemporary Proteaus” is the title for the work of Dolan Bortner. The Dali Museum is located at 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. VV
Contemporary Proteaus by Dolan Bortner
Noteworthy News
New Life Church in Viera will offer Kingdom Rocks Vacation Bible School from 5:45 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 10 through 14. Children age 4 through those going into 6th grade can attend. The cost is $5 per child. There will be fun, food, games and a medeival castle. New Life Church is located at 5445 Village Dr., #101. For more information or to register online, call 321-631-2836 or go to livethenewlife.com. VV
Devereux and local community members will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the Devereux Wellness, Learning and Activity Center, a state-of-the-art center to assist in treating children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, mental health and intellectual/developmental disabilities, at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 6. Devereux Florida and its capital campaign cabinet, chaired by Malcolm Kirschenbaum and Hubert C. Normile, will host the event at the construction site on the Devereux Campus, 8000 Devereux Dr. To RSVP, call Patty Hurst at 321-258-1772. VV
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New thrift store in Viera ready for expansion in next few months BY ROSEMARY H. LYNN
God’s Way Thrift Store on Murrell Road in Viera is a tidy little resale shop which was previously Viera Thrift. Pastor Roger Wood and his wife, Carrie, purchased the store after making a decision to move from Delaware to Florida to work with Teen Missions on Merritt Island which has been in operation for more than 40 years. The couple own five other thrift stores in Delaware, which benefit the needy in Africa, Haiti and other countries. Steve McCeney manages God’s Way Thrift Store. A former disc jockey, he also runs God’s Way Moving. He is a burly man with a passion for helping others including homeless vets who need basic clothing and shoes as well as coats and boots. McCeney says that there are so many homeless veterans in Brevard County, including women vets, that it will be a challenge to help them with their needs, but he is determined to do so. As soon as the store relocates to a larger facility, he will be able to accept larger donations of furniture and
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Steve McCeney, manager of God’s Way Thrift Store, stands behind the counter inside of the store on May 17, 2013.
heavy appliances. The Woods are moving to the area in July. They have purchased a home in Viera and are excited about their new undertaking in Brevard. Right now, in addition to McCeney, they have volunteers helping with the store. They have spent the past 17 years taking teenagers on missions. They often bundle up large amounts of clothing to take with them since the residents of the countries they visit have very little in the way of basics.
Sometimes they have so many clothes, they ship them overseas to the needy, particularly the children. “Giving back is our personal mission,” Wood said. He said they started out with two bags of clothes. As the business grew in Delaware, they soon opened more shops in order to accommodate the residents. They have more than 20 employees in those stores. The shop is located at 5445 Murrell Road in Rockledge. For information, call 321-806-3933. VV
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Tina Enskat, Belk store manager, cuts the ribbon with support from community leaders and Belk associates at The Avenue Viera on May 29.
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Belk recognized six long-time employees: Rasalie Ciciulla, Susan Robison, Ruby, Reese and Riley with their mom, Sandy Curb, Trina Fetterly, Jean Halpape and Lois Rafter. Together the Tenessa Renfro, playing on the statue. employees have a total of 94 years of service.
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Health First CPR Day Special to Senior Life
Health First will provide a free event to help train people how to save a life. The fifth annual Free CPR Day is open to anyone age 5 and older. This is the first year the event will include a free 5K event. Everyone who participates in the CPR training or 5K will receive a free T-shirt. The Health First Education & Training Center will provide the American Heart Association’s “Friends & Family” CPR and AED Training. This non-certification training may not meet most job-required qualifications. Registration is required for both the 5K and CPR training. To register for the event, visit HealthFirstOperationCPR. org. For more information, call 321-434-4380. “Learning CPR and how to survive a heart attack is just as important as preventing a heart attack,” said Health First Medical Group Cardiologist Dr. Cesar Jara. “At Health First, we help provide the tools the community needs to do both.” In 2012, the Heart Center at Health First Holmes Regional Medical Center performed more than 1,000 heart and vascular procedures.
This year’s event will also include: • Magic pizza oven for children provided by Pizza Gallery & Grill. • Balloon artist. • Heart healthy physician lectures and cooking demonstrations. Activities for children hosted by ROCK (Reduce Obesity in Central Florida Kids) • First Flight helicopter landing. • Brevard County Fire Rescue. • Blood Mobile. • Appearance by Manny the Manatee. • Robotic demonstrations. • Live music from “Cloud 9 Orchestra.” People who complete the free CPR training will also receive: • One free ticket to the June 8 Brevard County Manatees baseball game. • A certificate for a free personal gourmet pizza from Pizza Gallery & Grill • A certificate of CPR “Friends & Family” training completion. VV
CPR Day Event Schedule Saturday, June 7 7 to 11 a.m. 5K run begins at 7 a.m. Gates open at 8 a.m. and CPR training begins at 9 a.m.
Conservation Chats at Brevard Zoo Brevard Zoo will offer an evening of learning and discussion with conservation and research experts during Conservation Chats from 6 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday in June. Experts will discuss their fieldwork in the Nyami Nyami River Lodge. Conservation Chats are free and open to the public. Topics include:
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John and Diane Baggett, shown in front of one of John’s grief-soothing oil paintings in their Viera home, will celebrate 25 years of marriage and a shared journey to help others. By Linda Wiggins
John and Diane Baggett of Viera were instantly drawn together more than 25 years ago. Perhaps it was that they both experienced grief and were inspired to help others overcome their own loss. John Baggett had endured tragic grief when his son was diagnosed with schizophrenia at age 17, a severe mental illness that drove him to irrationally believe people performed mental telepathy on him to induce a heart attack. Ultimately he became violently dangerous. “I grieved the loss of all my son would never be and that I, as a father, would never experience,” said John Baggett, who climbed out of a sea of depression after learning to grasp God’s lifeline through Christ that was there all along. His recent book, “Finding the Good in Grief: Rediscover Joy after a LifeChanging Loss,” is a fivestep journey to help grief sufferers find their way back to joy after loss. When she was a carefree third grader, Diane Baggett discovered her severely injured mother at the bottom of their basement stairs after a fall. She was forced to go get help, later sacrificing her childhood to nurse her mother back to health. For Diane Baggett, the experience led her to a nursing career first, a grief counselor later. “I love people. I thank God for giving me a compassionate heart,” said Diane Baggett, who has a private counseling practice
in Suntree. While Baggett is an author — this his fourth book dealing with spiritual and emotional issues — the pair unofficially counsel through their Suntree United Methodist Church. Both approach their friends, fellow congregants and strangers alike with open arms and a hug. They follow up with a genuine “How are you?” and hold eye contact and listen until they receive a full and honest report. “Grief is God’s way of healing us,” said John Baggett. “The problem is there are pitfalls and stumbling blocks on the journey.” The Baggetts, both mental health professionals, say their goal is to assist others in laying aside the crutches they may lean on that keep them stuck in grief. Alcohol, illegal and prescription drugs, marital affairs, excess eating, extreme spending, workaholism and more are used to escape the pain rather than reach out to God for true healing, they agreed. “Our church has a saying that flashes on the sign along Wickham Road, ‘…it’s OK not to be OK — really,’ and that’s what I mean to show,” Diane Baggett said. “God is preparing us even though we do not know he is preparing us. Through Christian friendship, I really want to meet them wherever they are, and help them in their journey back to joy so they can do the same for others.” For more information or to contact the Baggetts, go to johnfbagget.com or call 321- 757-4015. VV
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Crest Cleaners, Dunkin’ Donuts coming to Viera By Carl Kotala
Viera continues to be a hot spot for new business. Kevin Houston, who owns nine Crest Cleaner locations throughout Brevard County, has purchased an acre of land just behind the Mobil gas station/Viera Pizza location at Stadium Parkway and Viera Blvd. The plan calls for multiple businesses in that location, beginning with a 1,700 square-foot Crest Cleaners. Dunkin’ Donuts has signed a lease for a 2,000 square-foot building. Both businesses will offer drive-thru service. VIERA VOICE Carl Kotala That still leaves 3,000 Keith Johnson (left), Kevin Houston and Keith Houston stand next to square feet available, which a sign announcing the pending arrival of Crest Cleaners and Dunkin’ Houston said will be divided Donuts in Viera. into three 1,000-squarebusinesses in recent months. foot lots, or possibly one be a great fit out there. The “It seems to be the growing demographics are what we’re 1,000-square foot building and another measuring 2,000 spot in the county,” Houston looking for.” said. “We think it’s going to be square feet. In addition to a drive-thru, a good store for us.” “We hope to break ground Johnson plans to have an Keith Johnson, who will in the next three months, so it outdoor patio just like in his would either be late this year be expanding his ownership Cocoa Beach location. There from two Dunkin’ Donuts or early next year,” Houston will be seating for 12. stores to four within the said of a possible opening Johnson said he wants date. “That’s probably as good year, is also buoyed by the to make his restaurant “a chance to open a business in an estimate as we can give.” destination” in the area, With a good economic base a growing community. where people will love to “I’m extremely excited,” he and a growing population, come hang out and get said. “I think Viera is ready Viera has become the new together. VV home to a growing number of for one. I think it’s going to
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HURRICANE INFORMATION Brevard County strongly urges that a public shelter be used only as a last resort. You will be more comfortable sheltering with friends, family or in commercial lodging. If you require public sheltering, please be familiar with your designated primary evacuation shelter location and your planned route to that shelter. Bring the following to the shelter:
1. Enough food and supplies to last several days, including special diet foods, as food may not be readily available at the shelter. 2. Bottled water (2 qts/person/day) and other beverages. 3. A manual can opener, eating utensils, paper plates, cups and napkins/paper towels. 4. Infant formula/food/diapers and wipes. 5. Two week supply of medications & First Aid kit. 6. Cash or traveler’s checks. 7. Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows and folding chairs. Bedding is not provided in public shelters. 8. Personal hygiene items and changes of clothing. 9. Flashlight, battery-powered radio/TV and spare batteries, cards, games, books and toys. Do not take pets (except Guide Dogs), alcoholic beverages or weapons of any kind into public shelters. For further information, call 321-637-6670.
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The Special Needs Registry is a confidential listing of those people who meet program criteria, and is updated on an annual basis. Patients with colostomy assistance needs, nebulizers, oxygen, feeding tubes, or Alzheimer’s disease are examples of medical criteria that are eligible for the registry. Individuals who elect to use a Special Needs or other public shelter should bring with them items such as cots, bedding, medicine, medical supplies, and food supplies, preparing to be self-sufficient for 72 hours. Special Needs registrants should also be accompanied by at least one caregiver. Occupants’ comfort will be determined by their preparedness.
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For more information, call 321-637-6670 x 6. Go to embrevard.com to download a special needs registration form or register online.
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The Sunshine Juniorettes Club meets monthly in Viera to plan how the middle and junior high school girls might meet the needs of the community’s most innocent members. The General Federation of Women’s Club-affiliated group’s decision to help abused, neglected and abandoned children was most welcome to the groups charged with providing services. “It is absolutely essential that the community help our children, both in foster care and those at risk of entering the system,” said Dr. Patricia Nellius, CEO of Brevard Family Partnership, which coordinates services for the Florida Department of Children and Families. Sunshine Juniorette Club members Haley Breese, Brittney Davidson and Jessica Dowell helped plant a Pinwheels for Prevention garden in April at Lakeland’s GFWC headquarters, which sponsored 1,000 pinwheels. According to Nellius, the campaign represents efforts to increase community activities and change public policies to
prioritize child abuse prevention so that it never occurs in the first place. BFP relies on civic groups, church communities and members of the community not only to provide resources, but to surround families who take on the task of foster care with loving support in any capacity that is practical for them, Nellius added. Devereux in Viera, as a residential school for children with emotional challenges, is a foster care provider and is also BFP’s chief provider of foster care support services to foster families. “People giving something as simple as gift cards, so frazzled foster parents can take time out to bond, or for new clothes so their children can start off the year feeling good about themselves, really makes a difference,” said Devereux spokesperson Patricia Hurst. Overseen by the Viera Woman’s Club, the Juniorettes is open to girls within driving distance and currently has members from Viera/Suntree, Port St. John, Palm Bay and Melbourne. For more information, email Lee Thompson at gthompson53@cfl.rr.com. VV
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Viera Charter School board chairman Robert Jordan announced the search committee’s appointment of Dr. Robert Spellman as the founding principal of the technology and engineering centered school. Spellman has been a special education teacher, district administrator, headmaster, adjunct professor and principal. “I am very pleased to have the unique opportunity of opening a K-8 charter school that is focused on math and science excellence,” Spellman said. “I look forward to a positive and productive experience on behalf of students, parents and community members as we strive to make Viera Charter a nationally recognized school of excellence.” Viera Charter School is
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Holy Trinity baccalaureate and graduation shine BY Darrell Woehler
The Scott Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy was the scene for the baccalaureate and commencement for the 95 members of the school’s graduating class of 2013. The baccalaureate ceremony, which is a centuriesold religious tradition conducted in connection with graduation, was held Friday, May 17. Rather than wearing the cap and gown of graduation ceremonies, male student attire included navy blazers, while the young ladies wore white linen dresses, making impressive looking graduates. The structure of the service loosely followed the morning and evening prayers found in the Episcopal Church’s Book of Common Prayer. The Scott Center was nearly filled for the service. Following the baccalaureate, it remained filled for the viewing of the senior year video showing all the various student and school activities of the year. The graduation ceremony itself took place on Saturday morning, May 18, also at the Scott Center. It took on a completely different tone, one more of elation rather than the somber atmosphere of the baccalaureate. After entering Holy Trinity as young boys and girls 12 years ago, they are now leaving as young men and women, having gained in book knowledge, as well as absorbing the core values of Holy Trinity based on the love of God, self respect and the respect of others. These values were emphasized by salutatorian Christina Darwish and valedictorian Andrew Win, as well as alumna commencement speaker Tiffany McKenzie.
Also departing with this year’s graduating class is Catherine Ford, headmaster for the past 25 years. Though quick to deflect credit to her students and her “wonderful faculty,” it was easy to see how the respect for her by students and fellow teachers was earned.
Not one to sit and watch things go by, she plans to continue her involvement in various organizations, and perhaps add a few new ones. VV
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The white-tailed deer inhabits Florida from the Panhandle to the Keys. The common name refers to the white underside of the tail, which is thrust upright and waves to signal danger. Breeding season (rut) in northern states is synchronized. In Florida, timing occurs in all months and differs by regions. It may even adjust yearly within the same region. This variability is often influenced by dry or wet seasons and by Florida’s milder climate. Compared to Northern states, productivity is low and twinning is relatively scarce due to lack of good nutrition. A well-nourished doe generally yields one fawn initially. Thereafter, two are customary, but there is the possibility of triplets and rarely quadruplets. If underfed, she will likely revert to bearing
(Odocoileus virginianus) only one or none. Gestation lasts approximately seven months. The newborn is mostly void of smell, but the doe’s scent attracts predators. Therefore, she makes contact with her youngling primarily for nursing. To further avoid detection, she eats its droppings. Yet, she must leave it unattended for hours when she grazes. The tall grasses of a forestedge habitat are suitable cover for a stationary fawn, and its white spots provide camouflage. In a litter, each offspring is separately concealed. Whenever fleeing is essential, the doe’s white tail guides the way. The fawn is swift; it outruns a human five days after birth. Foraging with its mother happens in three to four weeks, weaning around four months. This herbivorous species feeds mainly at dawn and dusk. Twigs, leaves,
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